The device history record confirms that the device met all material, assembly and performance specifications.Visual inspection was performed on the returned sample and it was observed the proximal end of the stabilizer/ hub was kinked and fractured, the stent was partially deployed from the delivery catheter and the delivery catheter shaft was noted to be flattened along the entire shaft length.Functional testing revealed that the delivery catheter was flushed, and the stabilizer was advanced to deploy the stent without difficulty.There were no anomalies noted to the deployed stent.The distal tapered tip was cut in order to remove the stabilizer, the stabilizer was removed from the catheter without difficulty.There were no further anomalies noted to the stabilizer.The device was stated to be in good condition and was prepared according to the dfu specifications.The reported issue is covered in the device directions for use.The risk of the reported event is documented in the risk documentation and there are current controls to mitigate the risk of the as reported event.The reported event was confirmed.It is probable that the device was damaged during the clinical procedure due to some procedural/anatomical factors encountered causing the as reported event, therefore assignable cause of procedural factors will be assigned to reported issue.
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